Ashley MacDonald

Business Advisor, Cape Breton Region

(902)-219-0272
ashley.macdonald42@msvu.ca

Born and raised in Cape Breton, Ashley brings a strong blend of community connection, entrepreneurial experience, and marketing expertise to her role as Business Advisor for the Cape Breton region with the Centre for Women in Business. She holds a degree in Political Science from Cape Breton University and a Business Administration Diploma from Nova Scotia Community College. 

Ashley began her career in the start-up world, where she gained hands-on experience across multiple business functions and built strong connections within the local entrepreneurial community. She later spent over five years in the tech sector, specializing in data storage and IT, where she developed expertise in marketing, technical writing, webinars, and event management. 

Passionate about women’s empowerment and community impact, Ashley is excited to support and connect with women entrepreneurs at all stages of their journey. Outside of work, she enjoys Cape Breton’s music and arts scene, spending time outdoors with friends and her collie, Luna.